School Board Director - Director District

SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR OPENING

The Washougal School District is accepting applications to fill a position on the Washougal School Board of Directors. The successful applicant serves Director District 1, succeeding Jim Cooper, who will resign from the board on January 30th, 2026.

Applicants must be a registered voter and reside within District
1. This appointment will be in place through the November 2027 election.

School Board members are responsible for policy and governance of the Washougal School District and for providing direction to the superintendent.

Final date to receive applications: The Final date to receive applications is February 11, 2026. For more information about the position, residency requirements, and application process, please contact Kori Kelly,  or kori.kelly. Interested applicants can apply online here. Applicants who are not able to use an online application can request one from Kori Kelly.

District 1 Area: Director District 1 is shaded in yellow on this map. It includes areas of downtown Washougal west of Washougal River road, including Woodburn hill. Visit the district website for a map of board director zones.

The Board of Directors of the Washougal School District is made up of five citizens who are elected at large for four-year terms. The school board plays a critical role in the governance and success of a school district. Comprised of school directors, the board works collaboratively to fulfill several key responsibilities that ensure the effective operation and continuous improvement of the district.

Acting on behalf of the people in their respective attendance areas within the district, the school board adopted the following as key functions in board policy 1005:

• Responsible Governance – The board, with participation by the community, will envision the future of the school district's educational program and formulate goals, define outcomes and set the course for the school district. This will be done within the context of racial, ethnic and religious diversity and with a commitment to education excellence and equity for all students.
• Creating Conditions for Student and Staff Success – To achieve the vision, the board will establish a structure which reflects local circumstances and creates an environment designed to ensure all students the opportunity to attain their maximum potential through a sound organizational framework. This includes employing a superintendent, developing and approving policies, formulating budgets, setting high instructional and learning goals for staff and students, and nurturing a climate conducive to continuous improvement.
• High Expectations for Student Learning – The board will continuously articulate the belief that all students can learn and that each student’s learning can improve regardless of existing circumstances or resources. The board will act as leaders of a vision of shared learning that is supported by individual schools and the community.
• Accountability for Student Learning – The board's accountability for student learning will include adopting a system of continuous assessment of all conditions affecting education, including assessments for measuring staff and student progress towards goals. The public will be kept informed about programs and progress. Staff and board training will be provided to ensure continuous improvement of student achievement.
• Community Engagement – The board will serve as education's key advocate on behalf of students and their schools. The board will work to advance the community's vision for its schools, pursue the district's goals, encourage progress and energize systemic change and ensure that students are treated as whole persons in a diversified society.

In summary, the school board is vital in guiding the district towards success. Their collective efforts in governance, policy-making, financial oversight, and community engagement create a strong foundation for educational excellence and student achievement.

To be eligible for this office of school director, a person must be a United States citizen, a registered voter, and reside in director district #1 within the Washougal School District.

• Serving on the School Board (WSSDA)
• WSD Board Policies

Final date to receive applications: Final date to receive applications is February 11, 2026 at 4 PM. For more information about the position, residency requirements, and application materials, please contact Kori Kelly,  or kori.kelly.